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5.3 Installing and running the Control software
Note! The system must be fully connected BEFORE running the Control software.
Failure to first connect the system will lead to the software working in demo mode.
1. Download the software from
and install it on your computer.
Once installed, a shortcut icon appears on the Desktop
.
2. Double-click the icon to run the software. Or choose Start / Programs / Smart
CAT5 RS232 Control / Smart CAT5 RS232 Control.
To run the software from the CD:
Choose Run Smart CAT5 switch RS232 Control Software from CD.
5.3.1 Selecting a Com port
During the Setup process you will be prompted to choose a Com port. Choose the
Com port to which the RS232 Serial cable is connected. Failure to select the correct
Com port will result in the software running in demo mode.
Once Setup is complete the Control window appears. See the figure below.
Figure 22 Control window